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Have an LX150 and the tire pressure gauges I have wont fit so I can get to the rear tire. Any special gauge everyone uses. Also set front at 24 dealer had it 28. Decal calls for 23.2 front and rear 29 and rider 41, I am 200 lbs so should I go with 41. Also should I add some pressure for longer tire life.
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The digital Slime ones fit, as will any 'pencil' type gauge.

I'd set the rear to ~34 psi if I was 200lb - 41 is pretty near the max!

Over-high tyre pressure doesn't necessarily lead to longer tyre life, as you'd wear out the centre quicker. It could also introduce grip problems depending on conditions.
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I picked up a digital gauge from Napa Auto Parts.
Been working like a dream for over 2 years now.
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jimc wrote:
The digital Slime ones fit, as will any 'pencil' type gauge.

I'd set the rear to ~34 psi if I was 200lb - 41 is pretty near the max!

Over-high tyre pressure doesn't necessarily lead to longer tyre life, as you'd wear out the centre quicker. It could also introduce grip problems depending on conditions.
Slime digi works great. 10 bucks or so at the auto parts store.



http://www.slime.com/shop/sport-digital-tire-gauge-20017/

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Valve extension -cheap
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-3-8-Chrome-Metal-Tire-Valve-Extension-90-degree-universal-fit-/121112014792
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I thought I read that those extensions would hit something when the wheel revolved.
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Hence the advice above never to leave them attached after checking/filling...

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jimc wrote:
Hence the advice above never to leave them attached after checking/filling...

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Perchance you would point me to the above referenced info.
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Common sense.
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jimc wrote:
Hence the advice above never to leave them attached after checking/filling...

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Perchance you would point me to the above referenced info.
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